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BlueBelle Sat 15-Nov-25 13:54:09

Volunteering doesn’t always have to be physical it could be reading with children, helping someone learn the language, being on a phone line just to name a few

ddraig123 Sat 15-Nov-25 13:44:22

New hobbies maybe? Playing bridge online is good and you can do it in the comfort of your own home in the warm/dry! I don't fret about nights with poor sleep any more, now that I don't have to get up for work. I just read a book or watch TV.

keepingquiet Wed 12-Nov-25 08:57:17

Sorry to read this. Shoulders are so taken for granted yet following injury or surgery we begin to notice are vital they are and realise how long they take to heal. It will really test your patience but you will get there.

You could go to see your GP or have a word with your physio? I am sure there are so many things waiting for you, but you have to think outside the box a little.

You haven't mentioned friends or family- are they aware of how you are feeling?

My go to would be to contact a few people to meet and have coffee with, go to the cinema or theatre or similar.

For the insomnia I use an app called Get Sleepy which I get on Spotify. It is very effective for me and is great for shutting out those intrusive thoughts we get that prevent us from sleeping.

I am sure there will be other ideas others will offer- but those are just mine.

Sallywally1 Wed 12-Nov-25 03:24:25

I am 70, previously in good health. When I retired a couple of years ago I was swimming several times a week.now since my shoulder replacement in July I have been limited in activities and cannot swim at the moment. I am bored and need to be more active. I am looking for voluntary work, but need to be fit for this. I go for walks sometimes, but often find my days are too empty. This is getting me down and I am sinking into depression. I also suffer from insomnia. Any ideas?